2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | GL | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |