2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Impreza | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Impreza | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
