2007 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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 (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |