2006 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
