2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 170 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2003 Alfa Romeo 156
Make Audi Alfa Romeo
Model A4 156
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3179 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 63 L


 

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