2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 135 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |