2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 880 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | GL | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
