2005 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 740 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
