2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2005 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 282 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 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 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 156 | S4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |