2004 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
