2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 62 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Outback | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Outback | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
