2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 273 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
