2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Alfa Romeo 159 (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | 159 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |