2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (305 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | CLS | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |