2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz B and 2007 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | B | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |