2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 493 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Outback |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
