2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
