2011 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 296 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Grande Punto | A7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2914 mm |
