2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |