2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2455 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
