2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outback | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
