2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2008 Fiat Palio
Make Audi Fiat
Model A4 Palio
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1579 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1032 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 54 L


 

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