2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (257 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
