1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legacy | SL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
