2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legacy | 166 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |