2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | C | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |