2009 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
