2009 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 71 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 325 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 194 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
