2001 BMW Compact vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Compact. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Compact | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
