2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercedes-Benz Subaru
Model CL Legacy
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 99 L 64 L


 

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