2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 145 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
