2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
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, 2007 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Audi TT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | TT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |