2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 305 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 525. 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 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |