2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 695 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.
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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
