2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
