2009 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 120 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
