2007 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |