2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (227 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 523 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
