2003 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 545 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
