2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 125 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
