2009 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |