2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
