2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Strada. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
