2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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2002 Subaru Outback | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Outback | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |