2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (291 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 530 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
