2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SLK | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 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 | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |