2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | SLK | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
