2009 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2012 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 BMW X6 2012 Subaru Impreza
Make BMW Subaru
Model X6 Impreza
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2145 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 64 L