2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | GT | S4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |