2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 523 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |