2010 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 290 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 2010 BMW 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 335 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 335 | Forester |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |