2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 154 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Forester | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Forester | 125 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1674 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |