2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
