2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
