2001 BMW X Coupe 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 X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X Coupe | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 397 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |