2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (185 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 202 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 166 | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |