2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 636 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
