2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 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 332 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2615 mm |