2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 330 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |