2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 159 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
