2004 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 166 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
