2012 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi Q7 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Q7 | 156 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5394 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |