2006 BMW 645 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 645 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 3.7 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 | 1836 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |