2008 BMW M5 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 M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 205 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.
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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |