2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. 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 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Forester | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
