2007 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 BMW 118 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 100 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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 118. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 118 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |