2003 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
