2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |