2009 Audi S5 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S5 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S5 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Audi | Fiat |
Model | S5 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |