2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (176 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | E | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |