2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 2011 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
