2000 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Outback | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outback | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
