2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M5. 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Forester | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1455 mm |
