2003 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |