2004 BMW 630 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 630 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |