2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 528 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
