2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Impreza | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |