2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1395 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 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Forester | SL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |