2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 65 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |