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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 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 1395 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 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 | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |