2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 325 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |