2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 99 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 118 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |