2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
