2007 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
