2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 149 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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 (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
