2009 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
