2006 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
