2009 BMW 135 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 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 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 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 135 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |