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 2,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 32 kg more 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 (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 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 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |