2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Audi A4

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo 156 2005 Audi A4
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 156 A4
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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