2003 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 325 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |