2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (230 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1785 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
