2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 665 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
