1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
