2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
