2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
