2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 9 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, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | S4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |