2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
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 (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | ML | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 243 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
