2008 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
