2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SLR McLaren | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |