1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 7 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 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 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 146 | A4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |