2007 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 261 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
