2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 156 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |