2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 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 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make BMW Subaru
Model 325 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 226 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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