2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
