2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1349 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Subaru Mercedes-Benz
Model Legacy CLC
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 351 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1481 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 62 L


 

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