2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 325 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |