2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
