2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 120 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |