2003 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
