2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2001 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Allroad | 159 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
