2004 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 316 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 316 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |