2009 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 426 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2011 Subaru Forester
Make BMW Subaru
Model 750 Forester
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 170 HP
Torque 490 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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