2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A6 | 159 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
