2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1007 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.
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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
