2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 7 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 330 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
