2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 166 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |