2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 165 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.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 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 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
