2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, both vehicles can yield 289 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |