2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2005 Audi S4
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2005 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 159 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1840 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 | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
