2009 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 550 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |