2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 43 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
