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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
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 | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |