2009 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (293 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 550 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |