2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 402 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 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 156.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 156 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1937 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2745 mm |