2012 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 320 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2625 mm |