2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (94 HP @ 580 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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 S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Stilo | S5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
