2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2006 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (149 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 156 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |