2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
