1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (317 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 316 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 SL (471 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 471 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |