2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |