2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |