2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
