2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 546 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Vito | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |