2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 156 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |