2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Z4 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |