2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | C | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
