2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
