1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | A | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
