2001 BMW M vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
