2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Subaru Tribeca were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | C | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
