2008 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 163 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
