2006 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 804 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ML (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | ML | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
