2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Audi RS6
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Audi RS6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
