2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 201 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |