2012 BMW X1 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 BMW X1 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X1 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |