2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 316 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
