2003 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 625 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.
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 ML (345 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | ML | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
