2004 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |