2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 325 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |