2002 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW X5 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |