2009 BMW X6 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
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2009 BMW X6 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X6 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |