2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 50 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 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 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
