1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
