2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 2012 Subaru Forester
Make BMW Subaru
Model 530 Forester
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 170 HP
Torque 500 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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