2003 BMW 520 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 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 520 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
