2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 461 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru BRZ has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru BRZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | E | BRZ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1259 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |