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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 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 255 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 2387 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |