2011 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 925 kg more than 2004 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 ML (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | ML | Forester |
Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1951 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1862 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |