2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 CLK (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CLK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
