2000 BMW 323 vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
