2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
