2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP) has 274 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Forester | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Forester | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2600 mm |