2005 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
