2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 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, 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 166 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
