2007 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
