2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 679 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 G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | G | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
