2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2003 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 72 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SLK | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |