2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (208 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Idea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
