2003 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 530 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |