2000 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
