2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SLK | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |