2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, both 2007 Subaru Forester and 2007 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Forester | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Forester | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |