2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |
