2009 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | G | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |