2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Outback Sport | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |