2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
