2009 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2009 BMW 335 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 335 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 3 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 | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |