2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
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2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 159 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |