2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc, 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2983 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |