2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Audi Allroad

To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Audi Allroad 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 9 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159.

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 Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad
Make Alfa Romeo Audi
Model 159 Allroad
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 235 km/hour 236 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 7.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1845 kg 1884 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.9 L/100km 18 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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