2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 300 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Legacy | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
