2009 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 116 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
