2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Audi A8

To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.

Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo 156 2011 Audi A8
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 156 A8
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2387 cc 4134 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 225 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 5.5 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5136 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2992 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 90 L


 

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