2009 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2009 BMW 328 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 328 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |