2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
