2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | GL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |