2001 Subaru WX 01 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru WX 01 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | WX 01 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1798 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
