2007 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
