2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | GLK | Forester |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1887 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2756 mm | 2530 mm |
