2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | S4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |