2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 601 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, 2009 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda. 2009 Audi A6 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. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Panda | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Panda | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |