2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
