2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | GL | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |