2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 135. 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Impreza | 135 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 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 Weight | 1633 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |