2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | C | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
