2004 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
