2001 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |