2008 BMW 335 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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 335 (407 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
