2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 924 kg more than 2012 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 A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Fiat | Audi |
Model | Grande Punto | A8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2992 mm |