2009 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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 (370 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 2000 Pontiac Piranha has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Piranha will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A4 2000 Pontiac Piranha
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 Piranha
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 203 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm