1997 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 411 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
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 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | ML | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
