2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto

To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Fiat Punto 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A8 2008 Fiat Punto
Make Audi Fiat
Model A8 Punto
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 78.9 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 243 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 47 L


 

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