2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. 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 550 (490 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 550 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
