2004 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. 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 (393 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |