2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 251 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.
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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |