2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |