2006 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Audi RS4
To start off, both 2006 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2006 Audi RS4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 66 kg more than 2006 Audi RS4.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | RS4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 360 mm |