2007 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |