2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
