2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C and 2005 Subaru Traviq were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. 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 C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | C | Traviq |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |