2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
