2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |