2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
