2006 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |