2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 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. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A4 | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |