2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Forester | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
