2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | E | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
