2003 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Forester | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Forester | A |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
