2008 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 115 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |