2007 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 328 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2615 mm |
