2011 Fiat Linea vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Linea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Linea would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Fiat Linea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Linea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat Linea | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Linea | S5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |