2008 BMW 645 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 645 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 645 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |