2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A4 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
