2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2005 Audi TT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | TT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |