2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impreza | B |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
