2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SLK | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |