2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 259 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (311 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | E | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
