2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
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2009 Subaru Outback | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Outback | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |