2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Impreza | 159 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
