2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Forester | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Forester | 156 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
