2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz R and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 607 kg more than 2006 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 R (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | R | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
