2007 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 1999 Subaru Forester
Make BMW Subaru
Model 330 Forester
Year Released 2007 1999
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm