2004 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
