2003 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |