2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | CLK | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |