2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | CLK | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |