2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 135 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
