2004 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
