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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 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. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
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 | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2615 mm |