2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Forester | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |