2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 66 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 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
