2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | E | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |