2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
