2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | E | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
