2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Audi S5
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2008 Audi S5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 360 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 S5 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 S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Audi S5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | Spider | S5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |