2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |