2008 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2008 Audi S6
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2008 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 2008 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 147. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2008 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 147 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
