2009 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2002 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
