2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 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 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |