2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 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 A6 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 A6 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 Fiat Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Grande Punto | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |