2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | C | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |