2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Grande Punto | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
