2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |