2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
