2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 645 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
