2004 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz V | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |