2006 BMW 650 vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 650 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |