2003 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. Both 2003 BMW 730 and 2009 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 2,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 730 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 730 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |