1994 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | G | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
