2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 587 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
