2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 BMW 645
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2007 BMW 645 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 645 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |