2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Vaneo (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Vaneo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |