2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 8 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | Vito |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |