2005 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2000 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
