2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 807 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.
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 X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
