2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.8 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 | 1752 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
