2007 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 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 154 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
