2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 563 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
