2005 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
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 Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 63 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |