2005 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 92 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2000 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |