1998 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 320 | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |