1998 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 BMW 320 (280 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |