2009 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2625 mm |
