2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5.5 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 | 1395 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |