1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 107 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |