2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |