2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
