1999 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |