2004 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2004 BMW 118 and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 118 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |