2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 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 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 159 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |