2008 BMW 316 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 BMW 316 and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 316 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |