2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1740 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |