2005 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
