1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Dardo | Outback |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
