2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,221 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 277 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | E | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3221 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |