2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 530 | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |