2007 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 545 (450 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 545 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 545 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
