2007 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
