1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2004 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 318 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
