2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (228 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 335 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |