2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Audi TT 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 TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | TT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |