2004 BMW 645 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 291 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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2004 BMW 645 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 645 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |