2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Impreza | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |