2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156. (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 156 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
