2008 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |