2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Forester | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
