2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | X3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |