1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 18 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | G |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |