2002 Subaru Forester vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2002 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Forester | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Forester | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2933 mm |
