2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2010 Subaru Forester
Make Mercedes-Benz Subaru
Model CLK Forester
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 215 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2616 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 64 L


 

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