2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 159 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |