2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |