2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1368 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
