2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 11 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1420 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
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2000 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | Viano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |