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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 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 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 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 Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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