2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto

To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A4 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
Make Audi Fiat
Model A4 Grande Punto
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 238 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 13.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L