2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | A | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
