2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio

To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2003 Fiat Palio
Make Audi Fiat
Model A6 Palio
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 83 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2380 mm


 

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