2006 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
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 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
