2007 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2615 mm |
