2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 195 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 318. 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 (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 318 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |