2005 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback Sport | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
