2006 BMW 630 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 630 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
