2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II 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 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Palio II. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Palio II | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
