2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | S4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |