2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Stilo | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1525 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |