2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |