2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 166 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |