2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,221 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 194 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 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 E (315 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | E | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3221 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
