1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 522 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | ML | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2601 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |