2004 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M3 (355 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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2004 BMW M3 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |