2008 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 545 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
