2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Impreza | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Impreza | 125 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |