2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | CLS | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |