2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CLS | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
