2004 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 118 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
