2007 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 2001 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 BMW 325 2001 Subaru Impreza
Make BMW Subaru
Model 325 Impreza
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L