2001 BMW Compact vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. Both 2001 BMW Compact and 2008 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,501 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Compact | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
