2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercedes-Benz Subaru
Model SLK Legacy
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 228 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L