2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CLK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
