2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 156 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
