2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Audi A4
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (164 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2002 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 156 | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |