2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Audi Q7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2008 Audi Q7 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 Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |