2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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 R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outback | R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1550 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
