2001 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 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 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2001 BMW M3 (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |