2008 BMW X6 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X6 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 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 X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2008 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X6 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
