2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | Q5 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
