2009 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
