2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (228 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |