2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S6 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |
