2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Forester | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
