2005 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Impreza. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |