2001 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
