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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | Z4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |