2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
