2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 335 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make BMW Subaru
Model 335 Impreza
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 3.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 64 L


 

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