2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Legacy and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Legacy | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |