2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2615 mm |
