1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 220 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
