2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Spider | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |