2009 BMW 128 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 128 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 128.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 128 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |