2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | CLK | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |