2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 143 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | C | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |