2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
