2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 and 2008 Fiat Palio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | R8 | Palio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |