2003 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 520 | Outback |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |