2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A8 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
