2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | E | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |