2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. Both 2006 Subaru Legacy and 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 963 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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 Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |