2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C and 2004 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | C | Baja |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |