2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |