2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 7 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 (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
