2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP) has 441 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 661 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 774 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Forester | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
