2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 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 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3123 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |