2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |