2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
