2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 950 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |