Subaru Impreza WRX STi (2001 – 2003) vs Alfa Romeo 156 (2001 – 2005): specs compared
The Subaru Impreza WRX STi is the more powerful of the two, with up to 265 hp against 250 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.5 s against 6.3 s. The Alfa Romeo 156 has the higher top speed: 250 km/h against 238 km/h. It is the lighter car, from 1,410 kg against 1,470 kg.
| Specification |
Subaru
Impreza WRX STi
2001 – 2003
|
Alfa Romeo
156
2001 – 2005
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Japan | Italy |
| Documented years | 2001 – 2003 | 2001 – 2005 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | AWD | FWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Automatic · Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 265 hp | 250 hp |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.3 s |
| Top speed | 238 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 12.1 L/100 km | 12.1 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,404 mm | 4,430 mm |
| Width | 1,730 mm | 1,765 mm |
| Height | 1,435 mm | 1,402 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,525 mm | 2,596 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,470 kg | 1,410 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.