2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A6 | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1368 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |