2006 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 630 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 630 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
