1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2004 Audi A6

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo 146 2004 Audi A6
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 146 A6
Year Released 1999 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 216 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 6.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.9 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 80 L


 

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