2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 661 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |