2005 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |