2008 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
