2007 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X5 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make BMW Subaru
Model X5 Legacy
Year Released 2007 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 228 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2104 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2660 mm