2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
