1993 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Legacy | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
