2009 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 118 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
