2007 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X3 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
