2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Crosswagon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
