2003 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, both 2003 Audi A8 and 2003 Fiat Barchetta were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 818 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. 2003 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Audi A8 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A8 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |