2003 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 338 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
