2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 192 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
