2004 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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2004 BMW M5 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |