2009 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Fiat Marea

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Marea. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Marea.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 1998 Fiat Marea
Make Audi Fiat
Model A4 Marea
Year Released 2009 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 75.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 242 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L