2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 111 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 861 kg more than 2011 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | GL | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |