2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 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 310 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 147 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2916 mm |
