2009 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
