2009 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Forester | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Forester | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |