2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 788 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impreza | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2915 mm |