2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 166 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |