2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 43 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |