2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z8 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z8 | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |