2009 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 120 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |