2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | S | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |