2000 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 316 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
