2005 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. 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 X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |