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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 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 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |