2007 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (176 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 BMW 323.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
