2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | A8 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |