2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | R | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |