2005 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 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 2005 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW M3 2009 Subaru Forester
Make BMW Subaru
Model M3 Forester
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3244 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 337 Nm 306 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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