2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 (700 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
