2005 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
