2003 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |