2005 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 821 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.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
