2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Linea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Linea would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 324 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Linea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Linea | A7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2914 mm |
