2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
