2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 6 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 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT 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 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
