2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Audi Q5

To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 2011 Audi Q5
Make Fiat Audi
Model Punto Q5
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1035 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 75 L


 

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