2009 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP) has 231 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 768 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | X6 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4395 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 610 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |