2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Spider | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
