2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (188 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 265 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2578 mm |
