2004 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
