2008 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |