2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 113 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Legacy | 120 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1553 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |