BMW 5-Series Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Strong repuatation for prestige and quality. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
worth the extra price, very high resale, very reliable see full BMW 5-Series review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
BMW has a long standing reputation for handling and performance, and the experience did match the reputation see full BMW 5-Series review |
2004 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed automated manual RWD |
Projects success see full BMW 5-Series review |
2004 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The Ultimate Driving Machine - it says it all... see full BMW 5-Series review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
BMW has an implied image to most people. Saying you own a 5 series made those in the know nod their head. The frame was welded aluminum and even after 8+ years showed almost no rust. Buyers of the car were amazed and bought it after a short drive. see full BMW 5-Series review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
BMW is supposed to be a great car. see full BMW 5-Series review |
BMW 5-Series Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD |
BMW drivers are universally despised. Just Google "BMW drivers" to see what I mean. They are thought to have almost malicious disregard for anyone but themselves, as well as for any traffic laws. see full BMW 5-Series review |
Subaru Forester Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well known reliability. Their cars last a long time. see full Subaru Forester review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The all wheel drive go in all weather conditions reputation. see full Subaru Forester review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Known for making good cars. see full Subaru Forester review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rugged, reliable, green--truly seems a brand that inspires loyalty and gives every reason to repeat as a customer see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Fine. It should be designated the official state car of New Hampshire! see full Subaru Forester review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
local dealer is first or second in Northeast every year; other owners have generally positive comments; inmage says sensible, but reliable see full Subaru Forester review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Automaker personally inspects everycar throughout production. Entire car line-up has highest safety ratings compared to others. see full Subaru Forester review |
2004 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Subaru AWD is great. see full Subaru Forester review |
2004 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I have numerous friends with Subarus, all of them have had amazing great reliability with few, if any problems. see full Subaru Forester review |
2003 | 4dr SUV 165-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
As noted above, stellar reputation among owners. reputation for being just a little different. see full Subaru Forester review |
Subaru Forester Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Subaru is rare on France and Belgium raods. Not a lot of dealers see full Subaru Forester review |