2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 8C Competizione | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2615 mm |