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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 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. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. 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 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 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 125 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 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 | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |