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 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 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 206 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 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 | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
