2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
