2002 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
