2009 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 328 | Impreza |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
