2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2114 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |