2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (247 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 159 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
