1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1822 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impreza | CLC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
