2006 BMW 523 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 523 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
