2006 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
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 Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
