2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Legacy | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
