2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | C | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |