2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Viano | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |