2004 BMW 630 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 630 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
