1999 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 BMW 320.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
