2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Subaru Mercedes-Benz
Model Legacy Sprinter
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 153 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 2760 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 6939 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 4326 mm


 

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