2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 118 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
