2011 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat 500 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
