2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
