1998 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 318 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
