2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 15 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |