2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
