2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Traviq | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
