2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Panda | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
