2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
