2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 156 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1395 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |