2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 550 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
