2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 156 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |