2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2007 Subaru Forester
Make BMW Subaru
Model 330 Forester
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 6 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L