2006 BMW Z4 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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |