2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (166 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |