2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Audi RS6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
