2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 135 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
