2004 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 442 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz V | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | V | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |