2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | ML | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |