2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
