2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
