2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 985 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 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2010 Audi A6 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. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Palio | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
