2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 397 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |