2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 880 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | ML | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2335 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
