2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
