2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 325 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1601 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |