2006 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 BMW 730 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 730. 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 730 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
