2004 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 675 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 767 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 998 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |