2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Palio and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Palio | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Palio | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |