2009 BMW 125 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 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2010 Subaru Forester
Make BMW Subaru
Model 125 Forester
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 170 HP
Torque 250 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 4-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1474 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 64 L


 

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