2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda

To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2012 Fiat Panda
Make Audi Fiat
Model A6 Panda
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 214 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 18 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 35 L