1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 156 | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |