2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make BMW Subaru
Model 330 Legacy
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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