2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Z4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
