2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |