2009 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 BMW 523 and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 523 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |