2009 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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2009 BMW 735 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 735 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |