2005 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1994 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 1994 Subaru Impreza
Make BMW Subaru
Model X5 Impreza
Year Released 2005 1994
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 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 208 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2530 mm


 

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