2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. 2011 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GT | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |