2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 541 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
