2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 541 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Viano | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |