2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 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 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 156 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |