2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |