2000 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2000 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (155 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |