2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz B and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | B | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
