2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 469 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impreza | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
