2008 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A4 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
