2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
