2007 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 BMW 116 and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 116 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |