2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3188 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
