2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |