2009 BMW 635 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 635 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
