2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legacy | 166 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |