2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | G | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2255 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
