2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Outback | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | 120 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
