2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | GT | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
