2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 166 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |