2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 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. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Impreza | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Impreza | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |