2005 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
