2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2002 Audi S8
To start off, both 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2002 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S8 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2002 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S8 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 S8 (431 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Audi S8 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 S8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
