2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,490 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
