2005 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, both 2005 BMW 520 and 2005 Subaru G3X were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Subaru G3X. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru G3X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 520 | G3X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |