2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |