2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 BMW 320

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2009 BMW 320
Make Subaru BMW
Model Legacy 320
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 63 L


 

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