2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 146 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2916 mm |
