2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Audi Allroad

To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Audi Allroad were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 2000 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Alfa Romeo 156 2000 Audi Allroad
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 156 Allroad
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.3:1
Top Speed 200 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 7.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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