1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |