2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |