2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | R8 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
