2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 550 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
