2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | ML | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
