2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | B | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
