2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |