2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Z9 (597 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z9 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
