2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1055 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.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Outback | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
