2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2008 Subaru Impreza
Make Mercedes-Benz Subaru
Model C Impreza
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 224 HP
Torque 241 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 64 L