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Subaru Forester (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Subaru Forester and 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class specs.

2012 Subaru Forester and 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Subaru Forester Mercedes-Benz R-Class  
Engine 2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5800
174 lb-ft@4100
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6000
258 lb-ft@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,616 mm 3,216 mm -1 mm
Length 4,559 mm 5,156 mm -1 mm
Width 1,781 mm 1,958 mm 0 mm
Height 1,674 mm 1,661 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,474 kg 2,245 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 64 L 80 L -16 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,425 mm 1,532 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,016 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,412 mm 1,514 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 919 mm 46 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 945 mm -945 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,341 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 823 mm -823 mm
Total Legroom 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 2,753 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 949 L 430 L 519 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 33.5 1,195 L 32.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,934 L 2,407 L -1 L

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2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review
 

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